Certification Levels
There are 5 levels of certification based on the teachings of Master Cho Han-Kyu.
KNF Certification connects the KNF community around commonly accepted standards documented by practitioners and manufacturers and verified by mentors and instructors guided by directors to achieve a recognizable standard of quality.
Practitioner of Korean Natural Farming
Level 1 Certification
Requirements: A Practitioner knows what the tools are and how to use them effectively
Benefits: Market produce grown with Pure KNF.
Manufacturer of Korean Natural Farming
Level 2 Certification
Requirements: A Manufacturer is validated in the manufacture of 9 Core Solutions
Benefits: Officially manufacture Pure KNF Solutions.
Issued by: these courses
Mentor
Level 3 Certification
Mentors help practicioners and manufacturers maintain quality assurance in KNF. They themselves are typically producers and teach through hands on lessons. They are like "extension agents"
Instructor
Level 4 Certification
Instructors help to train mentors and communicate an expert ability to convey and instruct students in the integrity of korean natural farming and have demonstrated obvious mastery in their personal practice. They are able to mentor and guide other instructors.
Issued by: KNF Certification Director
Director
Level 5 Certification
Leading authorities selected by the Pure KNF Foundation to unite devoted disciples of Master Cho Han-Kyu, founder of Korean Natural Farming towards furthering the ancient and accepted order
Issued by: Pure KNF Foundation Board of Directors